Sound familiar? New puppy parents find out quickly that their fuzzy little bundle of joy will chew, steal, wrestle with and possibly destroy anything that looks, smells or feels interesting. This is a puppy's way of interacting with his environment.

Going for daily walks with your puppy will not only satisfy his need for regular exercise, but also provide the mental stimulation and opportunities for socialization so important during a young dog’s development. Puppies aren’t born knowing how to walk on a leash so a little coaching is helpful.

Dogs are wonderful companion animals, offering unconditional love and devotion, and asking only belly rubs or a brisk game of fetch in return. Nothing goes better together than kids and puppies… or so you thought!

If there’s one word that takes the wind out of a new Puppy Parent’s sails, it’s “housetraining”. The dreaded process during which Puppy makes numerous “mistakes” in your house and you find yourself wishing you had bought stock in paper towels and antibacterial spray, right?

Consistency is key when raising a puppy; so determining where your puppy will spend his time is crucial for behavior management, establishment of a routine and most importantly, your puppy’s well-being. Just like human babies, puppies must have dedicated spaces for their daily routines.